Phase 1 Clinical Research Coordinator III (Full-time, Fri-Sun, 7PM-7AM)

Arizona Liver Health•Chandler, AZ

2d•$31 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Arizona Liver Health (ALH) is hiring a Phase 1 Clinical Research Coordinator III to coordinate and implement assigned clinical research protocols under the direction of a Principal Investigator or sub-investigator. The role supports participant engagement, enrollment, retention, clinical assessments, data collection, study documentation, and compliance with FDA CFR, GCP, company SOPs, and protocol-specific requirements. The position may also help implement new clinical trials and train new staff. This role works in a clinic setting on an overnight schedule, Friday through Sunday from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. After appropriate training and delegation, the coordinator performs study-related procedures during the shift and prepares for the next shift. Duties may include ECGs, vital signs, medication administration as directed, questionnaires, IV starts, blood draws and processing, urine collection, intake and output tracking, and collection and processing of bodily secretions. The coordinator also assists participants with meals, hygiene, room upkeep, and other protocol-related needs. The position supports site activities during audits and regulatory inspections, reports adverse events and changes in participant status, and helps ensure participant and staff safety. Some interoffice travel may be required using a company vehicle or mileage reimbursement. Compensation is $31.25 to $38.50 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
BLS and ACLS training.
Current, valid licensure or certification as a paramedic in good standing, issued by the State of Arizona or a recognized certifying authority.
0–3 years of experience in the field or a related area.
Experience and training in clinical research, including IRB submissions, reporting, source documentation, and trial management.
Thorough understanding of regulatory requirements, GCP principles, and biomedical research ethics.
Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with professional and administrative staff, sponsors, regulatory representatives, patients, potential subjects, and referral sources.
Training appropriate to anticipated duties, such as medical assistant training, an associate, undergraduate, or graduate degree or equivalent, and study-specific training as applicable.
Authorization and valid documentation to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship or transfer is not offered.
Ability to lift at least 30 pounds.
Ability to sit for long periods, at least 50% of the time.
Ability to type and perform computer work for long periods.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Professional certification in phlebotomy from a recognized program.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategies to meet site goals for participant engagement, enrollment, and retention.
Build and maintain relationships with clinical teams and other facility stakeholders.
Identify barriers to enrollment and retention, monitor them, and develop solutions.
Assist with training new staff and support the site manager as needed.
Assess and evaluate local strategies to ensure they are successful.
Manage clinical research activities under the direction of the Principal Investigator or sub-investigator.
Coordinate and implement assigned protocols in compliance with FDA CFR, GCP, company SOPs, and applicable professional standards.
Assist with implementation and management of new clinical trials.
Collect and record clinical research data; assist with participant assessments and scheduling; maintain study files, supplies, and study medication accountability.
Update the clinical trial management system with recruited subjects, completed visits, stipends, and accurate participant status.
Develop management systems and prepare for study initiation.
Conduct study procedures within protocol-specific guidelines and timelines and document them in real time using electronic or paper records.
File wet-ink documents in a binder or folder for handoff to incoming staff.
Follow procedures for electronic data access, security, and entry.
Perform delegated study procedures, which may include ECGs, vital signs, medication administration, questionnaires, IV starts, blood draws and processing, urine collection, intake and output tracking, and collection and processing of bodily secretions.
Answer phone calls and direct them appropriately.
Order subject meals and ensure meals comply with protocol requirements and company guidelines.
Manage study-related activities, participant compliance, and documentation.
Screen and enroll study subjects.
Document adverse events as required and notify the investigator or clinical coordinator promptly about potential adverse reactions.
Manage site activities during audits and inspections; prepare for quality assurance audits and regulatory inspections and serve as a contact person before, during, and after them.
Check new subjects' bags for prohibited items and secure confiscated items in a designated area.
Complete required training in BLS/ACLS per company policy; call 911 in emergencies and notify the investigator immediately.
Notify the investigator or delegated staff of changes in subject status or participant complaints.
Administer over-the-counter medication under the investigator's direction.
Assist subjects with hygiene needs, maintain clean rooms, and change bed linens as needed.
Accompany subjects on walks outside and attend during smoking breaks.
Maintain supplies of snacks, beverages, and other needed items, and request or order supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned to maintain protocol compliance and data collection.